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Alfred Karcher Se And Co

Alfred Karcher SE & Co. is a leading global provider of cleaning technology, headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1935, the company has established a strong presence in various operational regions, including Europe, Asia, and North America. Karcher is renowned for its innovative solutions in the cleaning industry, offering a diverse range of products such as high-pressure cleaners, vacuum cleaners, and floor care equipment. With a commitment to quality and sustainability, Karcher has achieved significant milestones, including numerous awards for design and efficiency. The company’s unique approach combines advanced technology with user-friendly features, positioning it as a market leader. Karcher’s dedication to excellence and innovation has solidified its reputation as a trusted name in cleaning solutions worldwide.

DitchCarbon Score

How does Alfred Karcher Se And Co's carbon action stack up? DitchCarbon scores companies based on their carbon action and commitment to reducing emissions. Read about our methodology to learn more.

26

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Electrical Machinery Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Industry Benchmark

Alfred Karcher Se And Co's score of 26 is higher than 81% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Alfred Karcher Se And Co's reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Alfred Kärcher SE & Co. reported total greenhouse gas emissions of approximately 9,623,512 kg CO2e for Scope 1 and 6,752 kg CO2e for Scope 2, resulting in a combined total of about 15,885,584 kg CO2e for these scopes. The company has set ambitious climate commitments, aiming to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% by 2030, using 2020 as the base year. Additionally, Kärcher is targeting a 51.6% reduction in Scope 3 emissions related to purchased goods and services and the use of sold products per thousand EUR value added, with a 2022 base year. Over recent years, Kärcher has demonstrated a commitment to sustainability, with emissions per million euros of turnover decreasing from 0.017 tonnes CO2e in 2015 to approximately 0.0078 tonnes CO2e in 2023. This reflects a significant effort to enhance operational efficiency and reduce carbon intensity. The company's targets align with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring that their reduction goals are consistent with the global aim to limit warming to 1.5°C.

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Scope 1
7,591,376
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Scope 2
27,907,958
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0,000
Scope 3
618,000
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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Alfred Karcher Se And Co's primary industry is Electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c. (31), which is low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

Location emissions intensity

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. Alfred Karcher Se And Co is headquartered in DE, which has a rank of medium, indicating medium grid carbon intensity.

Reduction initiatives & disclosure networks

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Alfred Karcher Se And Co is committed to some reduction initiatives we track. This may change over time as the company engages with new initiatives or updates its commitments. DitchCarbon will update this information as it becomes available.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero

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